Module 4 Quiz - Contraindicated Exercises
Hyperextension is
A joint extended beyond the normal range of motion
Repetitive Microtrauma is:
An injury which results from chronic repetitive motions that violate the integrity of our joints
According to The U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Any compressive force above 3,300 newtons is unsafe
Lat Pulldowns behind the neck
Are potentially dangerous for the shoulders
Hyperflexion is
Bending a joint more than normal. Closing the angle at the joint
Impingement Syndrome is
Caused by rubbing of the supraspinatus against the acromion
Which of the following can cause a posterior bulging disc in the lumbar spine?
Excessive forward spinal flexion
Hyperflexion of the knee or neck is a safe way to increase range of motion
F
The following exercise doesn't put excessive stress on the lumbar spine (lower back)
Feet on Bench Dumbbell Chest Press
The primary mover while performing a leg lift is
Hip Flexors
Which of the following is possible if the shoulder press is performed with the bar behind the head?
Increased risk of shoulder injury
Which of the following exercises is most likely to cause impingement syndrome
Shoulder Lateral Raise
Which of the following exercise isn't known to cause impingement syndrome?
Straight Leg Lifts
Compressive forces on the spine for an isometric side bridge are within the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health guidelines
T
Curl-ups on a "swiss" ball are very hard on the discs in the back
T
Functionally, the job of the abdominals is to stop motion, not create motion
T
Some exercises should be used with caution or not used at all because they are "high risk" exercises
T
There are safe alternatives for most "bad" exercises.
T
There's no such thing as an ideal abdominal exercise for everybody
T
Leg lifts/throws are contraindicated because _____________.
The hip flexors are recruited placing compressive forces on intervertebral discs